Graphic Designer

Seeking an experienced Graphic Designer for Australia’s largest performing arts centre in this fixed term contract to May 2026.

• Make your mark on Australia’s premier arts precinct
• Join a high performing team of creatives
• Full time fixed term position to May 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking a Graphic Designer to create, develop and translate graphic design concepts into finished print and digital artwork for Arts Centre Melbourne projects and campaigns.

Full-time fixed-term position. Band 3.1 $78,901.68 p.a. + superannuation

For more information, please read  Position Description – Graphic Designer fixed-term 2025.pdf

ABOUT YOU

• Talent in translating briefs and ideas into high-quality design concepts and creative.
• Graphic design experience in campaign design – developing both print and digital artwork.
• Exceptional efficiency with ability to prioritise work in a busy, fast-paced environment.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A tertiary qualification in communication design
• Demonstrated graphic design experience in similar roles (experience in brand and campaign design looked upon favourably)
• Highly experienced in creation of graphic work and finished art for both print and digital creative
• Ability to develop and produce brand and design guidelines for internal and external stakeholders
• Proficient Mac operator and skilled in all aspects of Adobe Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, Acrobat)
• Sound experience in effective communication, negotiating and problem solving
• Ability to work autonomously in planning, delegating, organising and delivering on multiple projects
• Experience with project management software or tools (e.g. Asana)

YOUR SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Creative thinker talented in translating briefs and ideas into high-quality design concepts and creative
• Proven skills in typographic design and hierarchy, delivering visually engaging and highly accessible outcomes
• Capability in working within a fast paced, high-pressure environment
• Ability to multi-task, adapt and deliver exceptional work to deadline
• Thorough understanding of pre-press, production and printing processes
• Highly skilled in working with large format and signage
• Knowledge of preparing artwork for HTML5 outputs and paid digital/social campaigns
• Mac troubleshooting skills
• An interest in the creative or arts industries

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Design team sits within the Marketing business unit, responsible for maximising connection with Arts Centre Melbourne’s performances and experiences. Through the delivery of compelling campaigns, creative and content, the team attracts and engages customers with our brand, offer, community and services.

About Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we gather, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung. We also acknowledge the neighbouring Kulin Nation groups, the Boonwurrung and Bunurong people, and pay our respects to elders, past and present.

Beneath our iconic Spire, in Hamer Hall and at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, we showcase the best of Australian and international performing arts.  

Together with our own program of performances, events and activities we offer a diversity of audiences a distinctly multidimensional approach to participation, education and entertainment.

We are now focused on Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government’s commitment to transforming the Melbourne Arts Precinct into a thriving, connected creative and civic space over the coming years.

For a glimpse into working at Arts Centre Melbourne click here.

Enjoy Team Member Benefits

As a valued member of our ensemble, you can enjoy complimentary tickets, discounts at food & beverage outlets, discounted commuter benefits and onsite-parking, and access to wellbeing activities and learning and development programs. You will also have free access to Employee Assistance Programs which includes specific support to our First Nations team members via their I-CARE program and providing specific counsellors for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and People of Colour.

Apply Now!

Please submit your resume, folio of work and a cover letter by 11:55pm, Friday 12th September 2025. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.

Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, sexualities and gender identities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.

We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to peopleassist@artscentremelbourne.com.au. 

Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check.

Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.